1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 927 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJR | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2934 mm |
